Leading an active lifestyle is difficult for new parents. Just finding time to sleep eight hours can seem like a challenge many nights much less getting the necessary exercise need to stay in shape.
Hence, the invention of the jogging stroller. Unlike standard ones these models are specifically made for moms or dads to walk, jog, or run with one of these strollers in their hands. Its not recommended that you use them before the baby is six months old but afterward both parents can resume some kind of outdoor physical activities.
If you, your spouse, or both want to become physically fit again then a jogging stroller is definitely a purchase worth making.
These models have three unique features to them. They a) have a aerodynamic three wheel design which includes one large wheel in the front and two smaller ones in the back b) a nice sturdy handrail in the back perfectly made to push the stroller while on the run and c) an all-terrain suspension system.
Most of them do come with a canopy to keep the sun out of your child’s face while you are running or to block the rain should it start to drizzle.
The type of jogging stroller you purchase will depend on what you want to do. If you are a person who just plans to do light jogs in the park then the simple lightweight models with suffice. There are, however, other models suited for more heavy duty applications like hiking, going through woods, or traveling uphill.
Oh course they all come with a harness that keeps your baby secure in his seat and not jolted all over the place.
Keep in mind that a jogging stroller serves a specific niche and that they are not designed for everyday activities. They cannot be easily folded like umbrella strollers and cannot be maneuvered around others with ease due to their long front wheel area (meaning its easy to bump into other people in crowding places).
Maclaren has a model called the Mac 3 (All-Terrain) . It weights eighteen pounds, has a flip down visor, and handbrake in addition to other standard features of this particular type of stroller.
